Interim Banking Lawyer - Global Bank

nterim Lending Lawyer | Business Banking

We are working with a leading UK financial institution seeking an experienced Lending Lawyer to join its Business & Commercial Banking legal team on an interim basis from August until the end of 2026.

This is an excellent opportunity for a lawyer with business banking, lending products or retail banking experience to support a broad lending portfolio spanning sole traders, SMEs and mid-market customers.

The role offers exposure to a diverse range of lending products and strategic projects, including product development, digital transformation initiatives and regulatory change.

Key Responsibilities

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• Advising on a range of business banking lending products, including loans and overdrafts.
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• Supporting the development and launch of new lending products.
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• Advising on digital lending journeys and customer application processes.
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• Reviewing and updating lending documentation and templates.
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• Supporting remediation and change projects across the lending business.
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• Advising on legal and regulatory risks impacting lending products.
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• Providing legal support on government-backed lending schemes and intermediary distribution channels.
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• Working closely with product, risk, compliance and business stakeholders.
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About You

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• Qualified lawyer from England & Wales
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• Experience within a bank, challenger bank, financial institution or private practice banking team.
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• Strong understanding of lending products within a business banking or retail banking environment.
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• Experience advising on product development, governance or regulatory matters.
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• Knowledge of the Consumer Credit Act and/or Consumer Duty would be highly desirable.
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• Commercially minded with strong stakeholder management skills.
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• Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, project-driven environment.
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The Opportunity

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• August start (potential for sooner)
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• Contract running through to the end of the year.
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• Hybrid working – 2 days per week in the office.
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• One-stage interview process.
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If you have business banking lending experience and are interested in working on a broad range of products, digital initiatives and regulatory projects, we would be keen to hear from you.